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March 24, 2026
类似(類似)lèisì(lei4si4)
类似 means 'similar' or 'analogous' and is used to describe things that have comparable characteristics or qualities. It can be used in various contexts, including comparing objects, ideas, or situations to highlight their similarities.
Frequency#2235DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of similarity is often explored in philosophy, particularly in discussions of yin and yang, where elements are seen as interconnected and similar in essence despite their differences.
Memory Tip
Imagine a pair of twins (the two components of 类似) who look very similar but have subtle differences. The character 类 (lèi) suggests a category or class, while 似 (sì) means 'to resemble'. Together, they symbolize things that are alike.
Meanings of 类似
lèisì(lei4si4)
1similar
2analogous
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About 类似
类似Simplified
類似Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#2235Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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AI Study Notes for 类似
Quick Contrast
相似 (xiāngsì) — use 类似 when emphasizing a broader or more general similarity, while 相似 typically denotes a closer or more specific resemblance.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a pair of twins (the two components of 类似) who look very similar but have subtle differences. The character 类 (lèi) suggests a category or class, while 似 (sì) means 'to resemble'. Together, they symbolize things that are alike.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 类似 with 相似 (xiāngsì), which has a slightly different nuance. 类似 is often used in more formal contexts, while 相似 is more colloquial. Common collocations include 类似的情况 (similar situations) and 类似的观点 (similar viewpoints).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 类似 connects with other advanced vocabulary that describes relationships, comparisons, and analogies. Students should focus on its usage in both written and spoken forms, especially in academic or professional contexts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of similarity is often explored in philosophy, particularly in discussions of yin and yang, where elements are seen as interconnected and similar in essence despite their differences.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 类似 when they mean to say 'like' in a casual context. For example, saying '我喜欢类似的食物' (I like similar food) instead of '我喜欢这种食物' (I like this kind of food) is incorrect. Use 类似 when making comparisons rather than simply expressing preference.
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Grammar Patterns of 类似
类似 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
We will never let a similar incident happen again.
Example Sentences for 类似 (10)
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1
类似劳埃德保险公司的那些丑闻令伦敦名声扫地。
lèi sì láo āi dé bǎo xiǎn gōng sī de nà xiē chǒu wén líng lún dūn míng shēng sǎo dì。
The City's reputation has been sullied by scandals like those at Lloyd's.
2
那个潜艇艇长有个类似于潜望镜之类的东西.
nà gè qián tǐng tǐng cháng yǒu gè lèi sì yú qián wàng jìng zhī lèi de dōng xī.
The captain of the submarine has got this periscope thing.
3
乌克兰人所说的那种斯拉夫语系的语言类似于俄语。
wū kè lán rén suǒ shuō de nà zhǒng sī lā fū yǔ xì de yǔ yán lèi sì yú é yǔ。
The Ukrainians speak a Slavonic language similar to Russian.
4
聚合物及类似材料的价格会下降。
jù hé wù jí lèi sì cái liào de jià gé huì xià jiàng。
The prices of polymers and suchlike materials will decrease.
5
他说他明年还愿意接受类似的挑战。
tā shuō tā míng nián huán yuàn yì jiē shòu lèi sì de tiāo zhàn。
He said he's game for a similar challenge next year.
6
巧得很，我曾经碰到过类似的情况。
qiǎo dé hěn， ， wǒ zēng jīng pèng dào guò lèi sì de qíng。
Coincidentally, I had once found myself in a similar situation.
7
该地山峦平缓起伏，看上去类似托斯卡纳大区。
gāi dì shān luán píng huǎn qǐ fú， ， kàn shàng qù lèi sì tuō sī kǎ nà dà。
With its gently rolling hills it looks like Tuscany.
8
几年来已经有好几个类似理论相继提出。
jī nián lái yǐ jīng yǒu hǎo jī gè lèi sì lǐ lùn xiāng jì tí chū。
Over the years several similar theories have been put forward.
9
这个家伙叫布赖厄利、比尔德利或什么类似的名字。
zhè gè jiā huǒ jiào bù lài è lì、 、 bǐ ěr dé lì huò shí mó lèi sì de míng。
This guy, his name was Briarly or Beardly or something.
10
法国类似的一种葡萄酒的价格比这高一半。
fǎ guó lèi sì de yī zhǒng pú táo jiǔ de jià gé bǐ zhè gāo yī bàn。
A similar wine from France would cost you half as much again.
Cultural Notes for 类似
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of similarity is often explored in philosophy, particularly in discussions of yin and yang, where elements are seen as interconnected and similar in essence despite their differences.
Frequently Asked Questions about 类似
While 类似 is more commonly used in formal contexts, it can also appear in everyday conversations when making comparisons.
类似 emphasizes a broader category of similarity, while 相似 often refers to direct resemblances.
It is pronounced as 'lei4 si4', with the fourth tone for both characters.
